Erewhon Sued Over $275,000 in Unpaid Rent at Culver City Store

Hackman Capital Partners filed a lawsuit on May 21 against Erewhon, alleging the grocery chain failed to pay more than $275,000 in rent and related charges at its Culver City location. The suit states that Erewhon signed the lease in 2021, opened the store in 2023, and remains obligated through 2038.

Monthly rent started at roughly $86,500 and was scheduled to rise above $100,000 later in the term, with taxes and common-area fees bringing annual costs above $1 million.

The complaint says the landlord demanded payment and the tenant did not pay. Hackman Capital is seeking damages exceeding $275,000 along with attorney fees and other costs. Erewhon representatives did not respond to requests for comment.

The Culver Steps is a mixed-use development that has drawn entertainment and tech tenants. Hackman Capital is reportedly marketing the property for sale at around $150 million while managing separate debt obligations tied to other assets.